Decision on 140 Home Development in Gloucestershire Town Approaches A decision on a plan for 140 new homes in Coleford, Gloucestershire, is expected soon, sparking local concerns about infrastructure and community impact Local Coleford, Gloucestershire, Housing, Development, Community Coleford: So, there’s this big decision coming up about building 140 homes in Coleford, Gloucestershire. Freeman Homes … Read more
Inspector to Decide on Gambling Arcade in Exeter City Centre A government inspector will rule on a proposed gambling arcade in Exeter after city councillors expressed strong opposition to the plan Local Exeter, UK, Gambling, Arcade, Planning, Merkur Exeter: Plans for a 24-hour slot machine arcade in a tough part of Exeter are facing serious … Read more
Councillors Propose Closing Birmingham Road to Combat Fly-Tipping Birmingham councillors are considering closing a road to tackle persistent fly-tipping issues and improve local cleanliness Local Birmingham, UK, Fly-Tipping, Councillors, Waste Management Birmingham: There’s a growing call to shut down a slip road in Billesley. This spot off Yardley Wood Road has turned into a dumping … Read more
Fresh Twist in Major Plan for Exeter High Rise Development Exeter’s high-rise project shifts focus, dropping affordable homes for cash payments Local Exeter, UK, High Rise Development, Affordable Housing, Curlew Alternatives Exeter: A high-rise project in the heart of Exeter is taking a surprising turn. Originally, it was set to include affordable homes for key … Read more
Death Notices and Funeral Announcements from the Past Week This week, we remember those who have passed away and share their funeral details Local Gloucester, UK, Funeral Notices, Death Announcements, Tributes Gloucester: It’s that time again when we take a moment to remember those we’ve lost recently. Announcing a loved one’s passing is a heartfelt … Read more
Cherished Frome Green Space Saved as Housing Plans Roundly Refused Frome’s beloved Packsaddle Fields will remain untouched after housing plans were denied, allowing the community to pursue ownership Local Frome, Somerset, Housing Development, Community Ownership, Packsaddle Fields Frome: A beloved green space in Frome has been saved from a housing development. Packsaddle Fields, located on … Read more
Anger Erupts as Plymouth Cuts Fun Days Out and Parties for Elderly Residents are outraged after Plymouth City Council cuts funding for social activities, leaving many elderly people without support and companionship Local Plymouth, UK, Elderly Care, Social Inclusion, Council Cuts Plymouth: It’s been a tough time for many elderly folks in the city. Recently, … Read more
Petition Launched as Village Pharmacy Faces Closure A Devon MP has started a petition to save a struggling village pharmacy from closing its doors Local Newton Ferrers, Devon, Esi Kumurdzi, Rebecca Smith, NHS, Pharmacy Newton Ferrers: There’s a bit of a crisis brewing in this village. A local pharmacy, Tubbs Pharmacy, is on the brink … Read more
Plymouth City Council Faces Pressure to Save Millions This Year Plymouth City Council must save £13.4 million amid rising costs for essential services Local Plymouth, UK, Council, Budget, Social Care, Savings Plymouth: The council is in a bit of a pickle, needing to save £13.4 million this year. They’re really feeling the squeeze, especially when … Read more
Faces of the ‘Scouse Chris’ Gang Behind Stoke-on-Trent Drug Flood Seven gang members have been sentenced for flooding Stoke-on-Trent with drugs Crime Stoke-on-Trent, UK, Drugs, Scouse Chris, Heroin, Cocaine, Cannabis Stoke-on-Trent: A group of guys from Merseyside thought they could take over the drug scene in Stoke-on-Trent. They were part of a gang that flooded … Read more